Meghan Markle’s Awkward Moment at Polo Event as Harry’s Polo Pal Steals the Spotlight

Meghan Markle, known for her elegance, had a cringe-worthy moment during a polo event with Prince Harry.

Royal fans were quick to notice the uncomfortable encounter as Prince Harry celebrated a victory with his teammates in California.

In a video clip shared on TikTok, Meghan, 40, can be seen attempting to take a small trophy from one of Harry's fellow polo players, but he refuses to let go.

As Harry and his teammate lift a larger trophy over her head, Meghan is obscured while she applauds and clutches her hat.

She tries to edge into the shot and eventually ducks underneath the award to be visible.

Social media users had a field day commenting on this awkward moment.

One fan suggested that Meghan needs to know when to step aside, while another claimed that she dictated no other wives or partners should be on the podium for her security.

Some questioned why she was trying to take the other guy's gift, and others noticed that Harry didn't look happy about the situation.

But the awkwardness didn't end there.

Another cringey moment occurred when Meghan was seen wiping off bright red lipstick from Prince Harry's mouth after giving him a kiss.

In the video, Meghan, sporting a large black sun hat, congratulates her husband's team and kisses each player on both cheeks before planting a smooch on Harry's lips.

After the kiss, she adjusts her hat and tries to get his attention by touching his arm.

She then uses her thumb to remove a lipstick mark from his mouth, causing Harry to react briefly before raising an eyebrow.

He proceeds to put his arm around Meghan and moves her to the center of the group for a photo.

Viewers found it uncomfortable to watch as Meghan stayed at the center of the stage while the polo team players lifted the trophy above her head during the photo-op.

Social media users questioned why none of the other polo wives or girlfriends were invited onto the podium.

The polo event marked Harry's participation in the Los Padres polo team for the season.

The couple, who attended the charity match to support various causes, including Heal the Ocean and Calm 4 Kids, left their two children, Archie and Lilibet, at home due to the scorching late spring sunshine.

It is speculated that Harry was seeking some relaxation through the game amidst the anticipation surrounding his upcoming memoir.

Although the publication date remains uncertain, Harry is said to have received a £15m advance for the book, which will delve into the highs and lows of his extraordinary life.

Meanwhile, Meghan's father suffered a massive stroke just days before his planned visit to Britain for the Queen's Jubilee, adding to the family's ongoing struggles and challenges.